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RG02 OJC

2002 BMW 520

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

99,691 mi
Last recorded99,691 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 52093,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG02 OJC
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 99,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 99,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 92,567 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.4.G.2)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear Diff Seal leaking

Pass 18 Mar 2016 85,699 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Fail 18 Mar 2016 85,699 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2015 80,379 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 76,127 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 70,868 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 63,826 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre Outer Wall Cracking

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 55,258 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 55,257 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 14 Mar 2011 55,254 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

undershield fitted.

Pass 23 Mar 2010 49,526 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 45,035 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 38,472 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 31,565 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 26,760 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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RG02 OJC is a 2002 BMW 520 in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,444 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RG02 OJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RG02 OJC registered?

RG02 OJC is a 2002 BMW 520, first registered on 10 May 2002.

Is RG02 OJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG02 OJC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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